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During January, Al Minya experiences pleasant daytime temperatures of 21°C (70°F) and cooler nights around 8°C (46°F). As part of the winter season, minimal rainfall is to be expected.
If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit.
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44-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Al Minya typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 21°C (70°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 7°C (45°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Al Minya spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Al Minya between 2000 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
For Al Minya in January, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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